Virtual reality to improve arm function after spinal cord injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether a virtual reality program that creates a feeling of body ownership can help improve arm and hand movement in people who have an incomplete spinal cord injury in the neck. It aims to find a new, engaging way to boost recovery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have an incomplete spinal cord injury in your neck (cervical area) that is rated AIS C, D, or E (meaning you still have some movement or feeling below the injury).
- You are able to understand and follow instructions (based on a memory and thinking test).
- You do not have any traumatic injury (like a fracture or severe wound) to your shoulders, arms, or hands.
- You do not have other conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves (such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, or nerve damage).
- You do not have a balance disorder or inner ear problem (like vertigo).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests whether virtual reality exercises that combine arm movements with thinking tasks can improve both memory and brain activity in people with spinal cord injuries. If you use a wheelchair and can move your arms well, this might help boost your cognitive function while doing rehab.
This trial tests a virtual reality (VR) program that uses brain-machine interface (BMI) technology to help people with spinal cord injuries regain movement. The program may help your brain and body work together better, potentially improving your recovery.
This study uses virtual reality to help people feel more connected to their body. It may benefit healthy people or those with spinal cord injury or stroke.
This trial tests whether virtual reality therapy can help improve arm and hand function in people who had a stroke within the past 6 weeks to 6 months. You must be able to do some arm movement and have no major health issues that prevent participation.
This trial tests whether virtual reality (VR) games and tasks can help improve arm and hand movement after a stroke. It is for people who had a first stroke 1 to 6 months ago and have some arm weakness but can sit up for 30 minutes.
This trial tests whether using virtual reality can help improve arm and hand function after a stroke. It compares this modern rehabilitation approach to standard therapy for people who had a stroke 3 to 12 months ago.
Hear when a new Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.